Greetings from Cobo Hall! I am currently at the MACUL (Michigan Association for Computer User and Learners) Conference and have been learning all sorts of neat technology tricks to use with our kids. In fact, I just sat in a session all about using iPod Touches in a 1st Grade Classroom, and I'm convinced that if they can do it, we can do it!
This week has been one of the best in 301! Those pesky leprechauns drove us BONKERS! From dumping our crayons and books to leaving us gold coins and cupcakes, they have kept us on alert. On Wednesday the kids built leprechaun traps for over 90 minutes. They were so excited and did such a fabulous job with this hands-on learning experience. I never heard a tattle, no complaints, no pins moved, EVERYONE was excited and engaged!! I think if I would have let them, they would have kept building all day long. Be sure to check back with the blog this weekend for a slide-show movie that will let you look into our St. Patrick's Day Week!
A special thank you to our parent volunteers that helped out Thursday and Friday in my absence: Joyce McCulloch, Wendy Betz, Angie Meloche, Kate Michalko and Todd Gilliam! It is amazing how much we are able to do in our room with the help of everyone! :-)
Important Info-
Make sure you have read the blog posted two weeks ago about our BOOK CHARACTER DRESS UP DAY on Friday, April 1st. The kids will need to be in costume dressed as their favorite book character with their book in hand. If you need to borrow a book from the room or Dublin library, please let me know ASAP.
Next Week's Snack Leaders include:
Monday: Thomas; Tuesday: Lily; Wednesday: Benjamin; Thursday: Kasey; Friday: Matthew
I look forward to seeing everyone back at Dublin on Monday! Have a fantastic weekend! :-) Jen
P.S. Be sure to watch our thank you letter below to the Foundation For Excellence!
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